Promoting axon regeneration in the zebrafish spinal cord
After an injury to the spinal cord, patients often remain paralyzed because damaged nerve tracts do not regrow due to the formation of scar tissue. Scientists from the Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light in Erlangen, together with colleague.....»»
Promoting biodiversity-friendly landscapes: Beyond organic farming
Is organic farming the only alternative to conventional agriculture to promote biodiversity in agricultural landscapes? An international research team led by the University of Göttingen questions this. According to the authors, a landscape mosaic of.....»»
Blizzard president ends 16-year tenure amid lawsuit fallout
Two recent Blizzard execs will serve as co-leads for the studio. Enlarge / Brack promoting World of Warcraft onstage at Blizzcon 2017. (credit: Blizzard) Blizzard President J. Allen Brack, who was recently named in a California state discrimin.....»»
Scarlett Johansson sues Disney, says Disney+ release of Black Widow broke contract
Lawsuit: Marvel star was promised exclusive theatrical release and cut of ticket sales. Enlarge / A billboard above the El Capitan Entertainment Centre promoting Marvel Studios' 'Black Widow' on June 22, 2021, in Hollywood, California. (credit:.....»»
The spatial relationship between damaged understory and felled trees in a shelterwood forest
The shelterwood forest system is a natural regeneration method of forest management that supplies the next generation of trees from overstory tree seeds without planting. This method lowers the cost of forest management by reducing the need for artif.....»»
Blizzard confirms developer named in lawsuit was removed for “misconduct”
Disturbing new details emerge of booze-filled "Cosby Suite" at 2013 Blizzcon. Enlarge / Ex-Blizzard developer Alex Afrasiabi as he appeared in a 2019 video promoting World of Warcraft. (credit: Blizzard) Last year, reports started to bubble up.....»»
Study: Public private partnerships better at promoting equity than widely assumed
Public private partnerships have a better track record in promoting equity than many assume, researchers at the University of Maryland's (UMD) A. James Clark School of Engineering have found......»»
A "greener" process for extracting compounds from agricultural and food waste
Researchers at the University of Adelaide have identified a 'greener' process for extracting health-promoting molecules found in agricultural and food waste, which can be repurposed in products such as skincare and pharmaceuticals......»»
Report: The iPhone 14 will be a major upgrade, and it will be made of titanium
Also, the note corroborates reports that the iPhone mini will die in 2022. Enlarge / The back of the iPhone 12 Pro. (credit: Samuel Axon) A new investor note from JPMorgan Chase seen by AppleInsider and MacRumors claims that Apple's high-end i.....»»
Reverse optogenetic tool developed
A new optogenetic tool, a protein that can be controlled by light, has been characterized by researchers. They used an opsin -- a protein that occurs in the brain and eyes -- from zebrafish and introduced it into the brain of mice. Unlike other optog.....»»
iPadOS 14.7 and macOS Big Sur 11.5 come with plenty of bug fixes and security updates
It's unusual for iPadOS to come after iOS, but it's here. Enlarge / The front of the 2019 iPad Air, which has since been replaced with a more modern design. (credit: Samuel Axon) Apple has released new versions of its iPadOS and macOS operatin.....»»
Apple says ‘the future of health is on your wrist’ in new Apple Watch Series 6 ad [Video]
Apple has posted a new video to its YouTube channel today promoting the Apple Watch Series 6. The ad is called “Hello Sunshine” and it focuses on the Apple Watch’s suite of health features, including the Blood Oxygen app, workout t.....»»
Report: Apple will introduce a new iPhone SE with A15, 5G in early 2022
But a future for the iPhone SE likely means an end for the iPhone mini. The 2020 iPhone SE. [credit: Samuel Axon ].....»»
Why MS patients develop progressive disability
Did you know multiple sclerosis (MS) means multiple scars? New research shows that the brain and spinal cord scars in people with MS may offer clues to why they developprogressive disability but those with related diseases where the immune system att.....»»
Sensing "junk" RNA after chemotherapy enhances blood regeneration
Scientists reveal that during hematopoietic regeneration, RNA expressed from a part of the genome considered 'junk DNA' is used by hematopoietic stem cells to get activated and proliferate. The study shows that these so-called transposable elements m.....»»
Vocal music boosts the recovery of language functions after stroke
Listening to vocal music is a simple and cost-efficient way of promoting recovery and brain health after a stroke......»»
Muscles retain positional memory from fetal life
Muscles and the resident stem cells (satellite cells) responsible for muscle regeneration retain memory of their location in the body. This positional memory was found to be based on the expression pattern of the homeobox (Hox) gene cluster, which is.....»»
Best cheap Roku deals for July 2021
Want to cut the cord? A Roku is a great alternative to Big Cable. We've scoured the web for the best deals......»»
Discovery of the role of a key gene in the development of ALS
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, attacks nerve cells known as motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord, gradually leading to paralysis. The loss of function of an important gene, C9orf72, may affect communication between motor neurons and mus.....»»
Evidence against physically punishing kids is clear, researchers say
A conclusive narrative review has found physical punishment of children is not effective in preventing child behavior problems or promoting positive outcomes and instead predicts increases in behavior problems and other poor outcomes over time......»»
Pinterest updates policy to prohibit ads promoting weight loss
Starting today, Pinterest will prohibit all advertisers from sharing ads that promote weight loss. This includes any language and imagery that encourages weight loss, promotes weight loss products, idealizes certain body types, or references the BMI.....»»